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JANUARY

4 January: ~ AGM ~
The Aodh Ruadh AGM took place last Sunday, 3rd January in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh. It was a bitterly cold night with treacherous roads, but there was still an attendance of nearly 40 present. Outgoing officers read their reports and there was plenty of debate on the night. The secretary's report is now available to read in the administration section of the site, for those unable to attend on the night. Appointments made on the night were as follows: Patrons, Fr. Cathal O Fearraí (Kilbarron) and Fr. Frank McManus (The Rock); President, Jim 'The Natch' Gallagher; Vice Presidents, Peter Conlon, PJ Buggy and Jackie McDermott; Chairperson, Betty McIntyre; Vice Chairman, Sylvester Maguire; Secretary, John Hughes; Assistant Secretary, Marita Maguire; Treasurer, Mary Grimes; Assistant Treasurer, TBC; PRO, John Hughes; Oifigeach na Gaeilge/Scor, TBC; County Board Delegate, Betty McIntyre; Substitute Delegate, Sylvester maguire; Alcohol and Substance Abuse Officer, TBC; Child Protection Officer, John Travers; and Director of Coaching, Simon Gillespie. Congratulations to all those appointed and best wishes for a successful 2010.

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11 January

~ FOOTBALL ~
Boys under 6 fundamentals training will resume Friday, 22nd January from 6-7pm in the Mercy Hall. All newcomers are more than welcome to come and learn the Fundamental skills of Gaelic Sport. Under 8 Football training resumes Saturday 23rd at 11pm in the new hall at Colaiste Cholmcille all newcomers welcome.

~ HURLING ~
There is a hurling meeting in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh on Thursday, 14th January at 8pm. Anyone interested in the promotion of adult hurling in Ballyshannon is welcome.

~ REGISTRATION ~
Club membership for 2010 is now due and all club members are asked to submit their registration form and fee at their earliest convenience. The GAA has radically overhauled its membership system and this has meant some dramatic changes. The GAA membership year now runs from March 31st to April 1st. In order to be entitled to the rights of a full member, a person must have their fees paid to the club on a date before March 31st and be registered by the club on the online system in order to have a vote in the upcoming membership year.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner, Ballyshannon. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Sub-committees will also be organising registration sessions in the coming weeks. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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~ COLD SNAPS ~
Brian Drummond was been out and about Aodh Ruadh with his camera while the snow was down. Check out some of the shots he took.

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18 January

~ FOOTBALL ~
The monthly senior club meeting takes place on Thursday 28th January in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 8.30pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

The monthly Bord na nÓg meeting takes place on Tuesday 26th January in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 9pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

There is a meeting of the under 16 football panel in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh this Thursday 21st January at 9pm. All players are asked to attend.

Boys under 6 fundamentals training will resume Friday, 22nd January from 6-7pm in the Mercy Hall. All newcomers are more than welcome to come and learn the Fundamental skills of Gaelic Sport. Under 8 Football training resumes Saturday 23rd at 11pm in the new hall at Colaiste Cholmcille all newcomers welcome.

There is a Céilí and Old Time Barn Dance in the Rock Hall, Ballyshannon on Saturday 6th February. Music by the renown Assaroe Céilí Band gets under way at 9pm and supper will be served. Admission is €8 with all proceeds in aid of Aodh Ruadh Bord na nÓg.

~ HURLING ~
Congratulations to Thomas 'Schillachi' Gallagher who has stepped into the breach and taken charge with the senior hurlers. We wish Schillachi and his team all the best for the coming year.

~ LADIES ~
Aodh Ruadh wishes to extend its sincerest sympathies to Karol Foley and the Foley family on the recent death of her mother Phyllis Foley. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilis.

The senior Ladies will begin preparations for the 2010 campaign this Saturday 23rd January with training in the Mercy Hall at 11am. There is a charge of €2 per head. All new members welcome.

Under 10 and under 12 training will recommence Wednesday 27th January in the new school hall at Colaiste Cholmcille from 6pm to 7pm. There is a charge of €2 per head. Please bring runners, no other footwear allowed.

~ COACHING CORNER ~
In the coming weeks we are hoping to run a foundation coaches award for anyone looking to get involved working with our teams or with an interesting in coaching in general. The course involves a seven hour coaching course and a three hour child protection program. If you would like to get involved please contact Simon 086-1082554. Places are limited to 12 so please book your place soon.

Please note a Circuits for Success Strength and Conditioning Course will take place in the Ardara club this Tuesday January 19th from 7pm to 8.30pm. This workshop is an introduction for coaches working with teenagers (12-16) and young adults who have little or no experience in Strength and Conditioning. This workshop will look at improving technique, form and structure. Please note the course is free of charge.

The sixth Ulster GAA Coaching and Games Development Conference will take place on Saturday 30th January 2010 in the Glenavon House Hotel in Cookstown. This year's conference targets coaches who are working with youth players from 13-18 years. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. For further information or to register, please contact Bernie Fox on 048-37521900.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner, Ballyshannon. David O'Donnell in Mojo's is now also taking registrations. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Sub-committees will also be organising registration sessions in the coming weeks. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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25 January

~ FOOTBALL ~
The monthly senior club meeting takes place on Thursday 28th January in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 8.30pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

The monthly Bord na nÓg meeting takes place on Tuesday 26th January in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 9pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

Under 8 football continues this Saturday morning from 11-12pm in the new school hall in Colaiste Cholmcille. Any new players aged between 6-8 are encouraged to come up and join in the fun. Players aged 7 or 8 are also expected to attend Under 10 training on a Friday evening between 6-7pm in the new school hall in Colaiste Cholmcille. Well Done to last week's player of the week Daire Gallagher who was fantastic on his first day up to football.

Under 6 Fundamentals continues this Friday evening from 6-7pm in the Mercy hall. All newcomers welcome. A special well done to David Roper last week's Star Player.

There is a Céilí and Old Time Barn Dance in the Rock Hall, Ballyshannon on Saturday 6th February. Music by the renown Assaroe Céilí Band gets under way at 9.30pm and supper will be served. Admission is €8 with all proceeds in aid of Aodh Ruadh Bord na nÓg.

~ HURLING ~>
The inaugural meeting of the Aodh Ruadh's juvenile hurling committee takes place next Monday, 1st February in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh at 8.30pm. Everyone with an interest in developing underage hurling in Ballyshannon is invited to attend, especially parents of young hurlers.

~ LADIES ~>
Well done to Donna Martin, and Niamh Gallagher on making their 2010 debut with Donegal Ladies when they came out on top against Monaghan in a challenge game. Hopefully their success will continue for the year.

Senior Ladies training continues in the Mercy Hall on Saturday at 11am. There is a charge of €2 per head. This year's membership of €50 for adult players is also now due. Fees, which must also by accompanied by registration forms, can be paid to Karol Foley. Registration forms can be downloaded from aodhruadh.org and an installment payment option is available. All new members will be made most welcome.

~ COACHING CORNER ~
On Saturday 6th February Tommy Stevenson will host a strength and conditioning workshop in the New School Hall at Colaiste Cholmcille from 11am to 1pm. Tommy is regarded as the leading national expert on strength training for GAA players and this visit is an opportunity not to be missed.
All players, parents and coaches from the club are invited to attend. Very interesting information will also be given out on strength training for young players and ladies as well as information on diet and injury prevention. Any players taking part are expected to be at the hall for 10.30am. Any coaches / parents or players from other clubs are also encouraged to attend.

There are a few vacancies left for the foundation coaching course which we hope to run at the end of February if you are interested in doing the child protection course and the foundation football award please contact Simon on 086-1082554.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner, Ballyshannon. David O'Donnell in Mojo's is now also taking registrations. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Sub-committees will also be organising registration sessions in the coming weeks. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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FEBRUARY

1 February

~ PARK COMMITTEE ~
Donegal take on Laois in Father Tierney Park on Sunday, February 14th and adverts for the programme are now available to purchase. A full page advert costs €90, half page €50 and quarter page €30. You can book your advert with Tom Daly, Terence McShea (087-2360815) or Peter Conlon (087-6838024).
There will be a meeting of the Park Committee this Wednesday 3rd February at 9pm in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh in preparation for the Laois game.
The Aodh Ruadh Park committee AGM took place recently in conjunction with the club AGM. Officers elected for 2010 are as follows: Chairman - Tom Daly, Secretary - Conal Gallagher, Assistant secretary - Peter Conlon, Joint Treasurers - Terence McShea and Jimmy Gallagher, Bingo treasurer - Cathal Gallagher. Among the highlights of the year were the hoisting of the club centenary flag by GAA president Nickey Brennan on February 28th and the official opening of Pairc Aoidh Ruaidh on May 29th. Tom also reported that in excess of half a million euro had been spent on the Pairc Aoidh Ruaidh Development to date. Among the challenges for 2010 would be the club generating matching funding for the significant external funding secured for the committee's development works.

~ COACHING CORNER ~
This Saturday 6th February Tommy Stevenson will host a strength and conditioning workshop in the New School Hall at Colaiste Cholmcille from 11am to 1pm. Tommy is regarded as the leading national expert on strength training for GAA players and this visit is an opportunity not to be missed. All players, parents and coaches from the club are invited to attend. Very interesting information will also be given out on strength training for young players and ladies as well as information on diet and injury prevention. Any players taking part are expected to be at the hall for 10.30am. Any coaches / parents or players from other clubs are also encouraged to attend.

~ FOOTBALL ~
Due to the workshop in the new school hall under 8 training will be outdoors next Saturday from 11am to 12 noon in the school field at Colaiste Cholmcille. Players are asked to bring a rain jacket and football boots. Well done to this week's player of the week, Harry Hareth. A special get well soon to one of our players, Diarmuid Dolan, from all involved.

Under 6 Fundamentals continues this Friday evening from 6pm to 6.45pm in the Mercy hall. Well done to our star of the week, Pauric Daly. All newcomers from four to six years of age welcome.

Training is continuing frantically in Colaiste Cholmcille and Brian Drummond was up a few night taking shots of the good work being down. His first visit was to see the minors working off the Christmas turkey. His second was last Friday to see Aodh Ruadh's under 6s being put through their FUNdamental paces in the Mercy Hall by Simon Gillespie. Can you spot the county champions in the making yet?

~ HURLING ~
The following posts were filled at the recent inaugural meeting of the juvenile hurling committee: Chairman - John Rooney, Vice-Chairman - Aidan Begley, Secretary - Eddie Lynch, Assistant-Secretary - Jonathan Brown. Also appointed to the committee were Pat Faherty, Peter Horan, Kevin Loughlin, Kevin McDermott, Stephen Sheerin, Michael Ayres and Chris Kelly. Best wishes to all appointed and ádh mór for a successful 2010.

~ LADIES ~
Senior Ladies training continues in the Mercy Hall on Saturday 6th Februay at 11am. There is a charge of €2 per head. There will also be training in Áras Aoidh Ruaidh on Tuesday evening at 7.30pm. This year's membership of €50 for adult players is also now due. Only fully paid members will be eligible to play. Registration forms can be downloaded from aodhruadh.org and an installment payment option is available. All new members will be made most welcome.

Under 10 and under 12 training continues this Wednesday 3rd February in the New Hall at Colaiste Cholmcille from 6pm to 7pm. There is a charge of €2 per head. Please bring runners, no other footwear allowed.

~ FINANCE COMMITTEE ~
The inaugural meeting of the Aodh Ruadh finance committee will take place this Thursday, 4th February at 9pm in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh. Anyone with an interest in restoring the club to financial health and setting it on a sound fiscal footing is invited to attend, particularly anyone with a business background.

~ VOTES OF SYMPATHY ~

There were votes of sympathy at the last Aodh Ruadh monthly club meeting for Mary Mulligan, The Mall; Patricia Breslin, Bundoran; Laurence Larkin, Father of John Larkin, Portumna; Lennie Dorrian, Cloughbolie; Declan Sweeney, Kilcar; Phyllis Foley, mother of Karol Foley; and Vincent Boyle, The Rock on the death of Mrs. Gray, Portnoo.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner, Ballyshannon. David O'Donnell in Mojo's is now also taking registrations. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Sub-committees will also be organising registration sessions in the coming weeks. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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8 February

~ DONEGAL V LAOIS ~
Father Tierney Park hosts Donegal and Laois this coming Sunday, February 14th at 2.00pm in the National Football League. Stewards and programme sellers are asked to assemble in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh at 12.30pm. Bord na nÓg are running a half time draw and a large turnout of sellers is requested for 1.00pm. Limited advertising slots in the programme remain available to purchase. A full page advert costs €90, half page €50 and quarter page €30. You can book your advert with Tom Daly, Terence McShea (087-2360815) or Peter Conlon (087-6838024).

~ COACHING CORNER ~
A free course entitled 'Fitness with the Football' takes place this Wednesday 10th February, 7.30pm at the Mid Ulster Sports Arena, Cookstown. Leitrim co-manager John Morrison is the tutor and this outdoor observation session will look at methods such as games/drills to improve fitness levels using the ball.

Last Saturday Aodh Ruadh welcomed Armagh strength and conditioning coach Tommy Stevenson to the new hall at Colaiste Cholmcille. The workshop lasted from 11-1pm and proved to be a great experience for all those who participated. Amongst the topics included in the session were circuit training, pitch based strength training, diet and injury prevention. Using members of the Aodh Ruadh minor and under 16 squads as well as a number of unfortunate coaches Tommy was able to demonstrate the benefits of core and strength training to players from all age groups from our youngest u8s to our senior team players. There are pictures from the session on aodhruadh.org as well as links to videos of Tommy's drills.

Following on from the Ulster Council Coaching conference in Cookstown there are now a number of articles from the day available in the coaching corner section of the website. A presentation delivered by Paul Rouse and Ryan Mellon continues the theme of Core and Strength Conditioning for under 12s, under 14s and under 16s. An insight into Omagh St Enda's success where they won everything in Tyrone last year from under 14 to under 21 is given by Joe McMahon and Liam Grugan. Finally an insight into the life and times of four Time All Star Tony Scullion is available also. A video overview of proceedings is available at http://www.youtube.com/UlsterGAA#p/u/5/6FwNsmihEkY.

~ FOOTBALL ~
Despite the bad weather our under 8s braved the elements and went outside on Saturday with the school hall being in use. Training will from now on be outdoors unless the weather is very bad, in which case we will go back indoors in the new school hall.

A big well done to all our players who took part in under 6 training last Friday especially to our star of the Week Eoin Kelly. Training continues this Friday from 6pm to 6.45pm. All newcomers are most welcome.

~ LADIES ~
Congratulations to Donna Martin who featured in Donegal's 4-12 to 3-4 win over Down in Donegal's division two opener.

Senior Ladies training will take place Wednesday evening and Saturday evening at 7pm in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh. This year's membership of €50 for adult players is also now due. Only fully paid members will be eligible to play. Registration forms can be downloaded from aodhruadh.org and an installment payment option is available. All new members will be made most welcome.

Under 10 and under 12 training continues this Wednesday, 10th February in the New Hall at Colaiste Cholmcille from 6pm to 7pm. There is a charge of €2 per head. Please bring runners, no other footwear allowed.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner, Ballyshannon. David O'Donnell in Mojo's is now also taking registrations. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Sub-committees will also be organising registration sessions in the coming weeks. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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15 February

~ MONTHLY CLUB MEETING ~
The monthly senior club meeting takes place on Thursday 25th February in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 8.30pm. All committee members are asked to attend. Anyone with items for the agenda is asked to mail them to info@aodhruadh.org.

~ FOOTBALL ~
The monthly Bord na nÓg meeting takes place on Tuesday 23rd February in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 9pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

There will be no under 8 training this Saturday February 20th. Training will take place in Father Tierney Park the following Saturday, 27th February from 11am to 12 noon. Well done to this week's Player of the Week, Jake Foley. Players are asked to bring their registration form back to the next training session on Saturday, 27th February. Check out aodhruadh.org for a few shots of the lads being put through their paces at last week's session.

Due to the mock exams taking place in the Mercy Hall there will be no under 6 training until Friday, March 6th. Well done to this week's Star of the Week, Declan Kavanagh. Players are asked to bring their registration form to the next night of training - Friday, March 6th.

~ DONEGAL V LAOIS ~
Huge thanks are due to all those who turned out to help out at the Donegal v Laois National League fixture last Sunday. There was no winner of the €100 prize in the half-time draw. The winning number was 2184. If you happen to have won please and have retained your stub, please contact John Hughes at 087-6431805 to arrange payment. If no claim has been made by midnight, Sunday 21st, the prize will be donated to charity.

Our visual laureate, Brian Drummond, was at the game. Check out some of the shots he got of the action on aodhruadh.org.

~ COACHING CORNER ~
The Foundation Coaching Course will take place on Friday and Saturday 26th and 27th February. The Child Protection course will take place at 7pm in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh on Friday evening while the coaching course will begin at 10am on Saturday in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh. All managers, coaches, mentors and helpers who haven't yet done the Foundation Coaching Course must attend this course.

~ HURLING ~
Underage hurling training for under 8s to under 14s begins at 12 noon on Sunday 7th March. All players welcome, especially beginners. Notes will be distributed through the local schools in the coming weeks along with registration forms which can be returned when training starts.

The fourth annual Hurl-a-thon will be held in the Mercy Hall on Saturday 27th March, 2010 from 10am to 10pm. Watch out for further details nearer the event.

~ LADIES ~
Well done to Donna Martin who lined out for Donegal in their league encounter against Armagh in Carrickcruppen last Sunday.

Under 10 and under 12 training continues this Wednesday, 17th February in the New Hall at Colaiste Cholmcille from 6pm to 7pm. There is a charge of €2 per head. Please bring runners, no other footwear allowed.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner, Ballyshannon. David O'Donnell in Mojo's is now also taking registrations. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Sub-committees will also be organising registration sessions in the coming weeks. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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22 February

~ MONTHLY CLUB MEETING ~
The monthly senior club meeting takes place on Thursday 25th February in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 8.30pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

~ FOOTBALL ~
The monthly Bord na nÓg meeting takes place on Tuesday 23rd February in Aras Aoidh Ruadh 9pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

Many thanks to everyone who submitted their registrations at last Friday's under 10 and under 12 training. There are pictures of the registration, the under 10 training and the under 12 training now up on aodhruadh.org.

Under 8 training resumes this Saturday at 11am in the new school hall or school field. Please note the change of venue, training will NOT now take place in Father Tierney Park.

There is no under 6 training again this Friday night with the Mercy hall still in use for mock exams. Training will resume Friday, 5th March at 6pm in the Mercy hall.

~ COACHING CORNER ~
The Foundation Coaching Course will take place this Saturday, 27th February. Coaches are asked to be at the Aras Aodh Ruadh to start for 9.30am sharp. The practical element of the course will take place in the new school hall at Colaiste Cholmcille. Please bring a pen and paper and a USB stick to take notes. The child protection course has been changed to Friday, 19th March at 6.30pm in Aras Aodh Ruadh and not this Friday night as originally planned.

~ HURLING ~
Well done to Aidan Begley and Peter Horan who were part of the Donegal panel who beat Tyrone in the opening game of Donegal's National League campaign last Sunday.

Underage hurling training for under 8s to under 14s begins at 12 noon on Sunday 7th March. All players welcome, especially beginners. Notes will be distributed through the local schools in the coming weeks along with registration forms which can be returned when training starts.

The fourth annual Hurl-a-thon will be held in the Mercy Hall on Saturday 27th March, 2010 from 10am to 10pm. Watch out for further details nearer the event.

~ LADIES ~
Senior Ladies training will take place Wednesday evening at 7pm and Saturday evening at 5.30pm. Please bring outdoor gear. Membership must be paid in full to Karol Foley by Saturday March 13th. Registration forms can be downloaded from aodhruadh.org and only fully paid up members will be allowed to play. All new members will be made most welcome.

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MARCH

1 March

~ FOOTBALL ~
The minors had a good run out against Four Masters in Páirc Aoidh Ruaidh in what was a dry run for the championship. Check out some pictures of the shadow boxing.

Under 8 training continues Saturday in the school field weather permitting at 11am this Saturday. Parents are encouraged to collect their children at 11.50pm up at the pitch. Well done to Harry this week's player of the week.

Under 6 training resumes this Friday, 5th March at 6pm in the Mercy hall. All newcomers welcome and any parents who wish to help out and get involved are more than welcome. Remember also to bring your registration forms and €15 membership fee.

~ COACHING CORNER ~
There will be a child protection course up in Aras Aodh Ruadh on Friday evening 19th March. Anyone inovlved with a team in the club who does not hold a completed child protection certificate for GAA coaches must attend. Congratulations to all who took part in the Foundation Award Coaching Course which the club hosted last Saturday.

~ HURLING ~
Well done to Aidan Begley and Peter Horan who were part of the Donegal panel which enjoyed their second of the national league with a victory over Louth in Letterkenny last Sunday.

There is a meeting of the juvenile hurling committee in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh this Thursday, 4th March at 8.30pm. All committee members are asked to attend.

The fourth annual Hurl-a-thon will be held in the Mercy Hall on Saturday 27th March, 2010 from 10am to 10pm. Watch out for further details nearer the event.

~ LADIES ~
Senior Ladies training will take place Tuesday evening at 7.30pm and Thursday evening at 7.30pm. Please bring outdoor gear. Membership must be paid in full to Karol Foley by Saturday March 13th. Registration forms can be downloaded from aodhruadh.org and only fully paid up members will be allowed to play. All new members will be made most welcome.

~ CONGRATULATIONS TOM ~
Tom Daly concluded his three year term as president of the Ulster Council at the convention held in Cavan last Saturday. Aodh Ruadh congratulates Tom on a highly successful term of office, he has been a true ambassador for the club. We also extend our best wishes to Tom's successor Cavan's Aogán Farrell. See some pictures of farewell reception held for Tom in Stormont last week taken by Seamus O'Donnell.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner, Ballyshannon. David O'Donnell in Mojo's is now also taking registrations. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Sub-committees will also be organising registration sessions in the coming weeks. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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8 March

~ FOOTBALL ~
Aodh Ruadh played host to East Tyrone side, Galbally in Páirc Aoidh Ruaidh last Saturday. The Ernesiders had a good first half and went in on top at half time. Galbally took the honours in the second half in what was a match played in good, friendly spirit. Some pictures of the exchanges.

The reserves hosted Four Masters for a challenge in Father Tierney Park on early Sunday afternoon. There was a good display from a very young side which was augmented by a few Donegal town lads. Despite the lack of numbers Aodh Ruadh were only shaded by a point at the final whistle, a good result in trying circumstances. Some pictures from the game.

Aodh Ruadh are pleased to announce that local Texaco oil supplier, TEXOIL, have come on board as new jersey sponsors for the Aodh Ruadh minor football team. Aodh Ruadh are delighted to have Texoil linked with one of the clubs most promising and prominent teams. See is a picture of the official presentation of the new jerseys.

The under 16s are the first underage team out in competitive action for 2010. They take on Dungloe in the first round of the league in Father Tierney Park at 12 noon on Sunday, 14th March.

The under 14s are taking part in a tournament co-hosted by Erne Gaels and Devenish this Saturday 13th March. Aodh Ruadh will be based in Garrison for the group stages where they will be in a group with the hosts, Garrison, Belcoo and Naomh Bríd. The first game throws in at 10am. The bus will leave park at 9.15am. Refreshments will be provided, but players are advised to bring a packed lunch also.

Under 10 training goes out doors this week. Players are to be up at Father Tierney park for 11.45am the Saturday. Training runs from 12 noon to 1pm and children should be collected promptly following training.

Under 8 training continues on Saturday morning at 11am in the school field at Colaiste Cholmcille. Well done to our player of the week Mark McGlynn.

Under 6 training continues this Friday evening in the Mercy Hall from 6.00pm to 6.45pm. Well done to this week's Star of the Week Seamí Campbell. As always, all newcomers are most welcome.

~ COACHING CORNER ~
There will be a child protection course up in Aras Aodh Ruadh on Friday evening 19th March. Anyone involved with a team in the club who does not hold a completed child protection certificate for GAA coaches must attend.

~ HURLING ~
Thomas Schillachi Gallagher's charges got their season off to an ideal start when they comprehensively defeated Fermanagh side, Knock Grattan's, 5-19 to 0-2 in the first round of games in Group 5A of the Ulster Hurling League. Check out some pictures of the action. Next up for the seniors is a trip to take on Glencar / Manorhamilton on Saturday 13th April. That game throws in at 4.30pm.

Sunday morning last saw the start of underage hurling training for 2010. Over 70 young hurlers descended on Páirc Aoidh Ruaidh, all keen to learn new skills. Training continues this Sunday at 12 noon for under 8s to under 16. We also had nine under 12 hurlers taking part in the all-county trials in Letterkenny where they all did very well. There will be further trials this Sunday and details will be passed on to lads during the week.

The fourth annual Hurlathon takes place on Saturday 27th March. Over the years this has been a great day of fun and a great fundraiser for the promotion and development of hurling in Aodh Ruadh especially, underage hurling. Anyone who wants to try their hand at our ancient game is welcome in the Mercy Hall from 10am to 10pm for a great days fun and sport. Hurlers are out and about with their sponsor cards so please support this unique fund raiser!

~ LADIES ~
Well done to Donna Martin who was in action for Donegal against Sligo last weekend. She picked off two points as Donegal romped home 6-19 to 1-8 winners. Well done also to Maeve Liston and Katie McCafferty who were part of the Donegal under 14 team who beat Tyrone last Saturday.

Senior Ladies training will take place Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7.30pm in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh. There will be outdoor training on Saturday at 5.30pm in the park. Membership must be paid in full to Karol Foley by Saturday March 13th. Registration forms can be downloaded from aodhruadh.org and only fully paid up members will be allowed to play. All new members will be made most welcome.

Under 14 and under 16 training commences at the Lakeside on Wednesday evening from 7pm to 8pm. Everyone welcome.

Under 10 and under 12 training continues this Wednesday, 10th March in the New Hall at Colaiste Cholmcille from 6pm to 7pm. There is a charge of €2 per head. Please bring runners, no other footwear allowed. If you haven't already done so, remember also to bring your registration forms and €15 membership fee.

~ REGISTRATION ~
Club membership for 2010 is now due and all club members are asked to submit their registration form and fee at their earliest convenience. The deadline for club membership is 31st March, so time is getting short. In order to be entitled to the rights of a full member, a person must have their fees paid to the club on a date before March 31st and be registered by the club on the online system in order to have a vote in the upcoming membership year.

A few further points to note.

Only fully registered players ON THE GAA ON-LINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries.
Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
As per the motion passed at AGM, club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.

Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Registrar, Marita Maguire, Mary Matthews at Shannon's Corner; and David O'Donnell in Mojo. The club requires a fully completed club registration form with each fee. Members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.

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